Premixed Saline Packets
Information page. Not necessarily available for purchase.
Uses of Premixed Saline Packets
Established uses
- Uses Relieve Nasal Passages From: ■Nasal symptoms from sinusitis, cold, flu ■Nasal allergies, dryness and Hay fever ■Sneezing, runny nose, nasal stuffiness ■lPost nasal drip and nasal congestion ■Removes nasal irritants (dust, pollen, animal dander, smoke etc) ■Promotes nasal and sinus drainage l■Moisturizes dry nasal passages ■Helps reduce swelling of nasal membranes
How to take Premixed Saline Packets
Directions Adults and children 4 years and over: use 1-2 packets per 8 fl oz (240ml) up to every 2 hours as needed Children under 4 years: Consult a physician Mixing one saline packet to 8 fl oz (240ml) of water creates an Isotonic saline solution (Hypertonic with 2 saline packets) that is PH balanced and preservative free. Isotonic solution 1 saline packet per 8 fl oz (240 ml) Hypertonic solution 2 saline packets per 8 fl oz (240 ml) An Isotonic solution has a gentle salt concentration of 9 mg of Sodium Chloride per ml of water, similar to your body's salt level. It can be more comfortable for some initially than a stronger Hypertonic solution. A Hypertonic solution has a higher salt concentration, akin to ocean water's salt content.
Dosage
Follow the dose prescribed by your doctor or pharmacist. The ranges below are general information, not a personal prescription.
- Adults
- Directions Adults and children 4 years and over: use 1-2 packets per 8 fl oz (240ml) up to every 2 hours as needed Children under 4 years: Consult a physician Mixing one saline packet to 8 fl oz (240ml) of water creates an Isotonic saline solution (Hypertonic with 2 saline packets) that is PH balanced and preservative free. Isotonic solution 1 saline packet per 8 fl oz (240 ml) Hypertonic solution 2 saline packets per 8 fl oz (240 ml) An Isotonic solution has a gentle salt concentration of 9 mg of Sodium Chloride per ml of water, similar to your body's salt level. It can be more comfortable for some initially than a stronger Hypertonic solution. A Hypertonic solution has a higher salt concentration, akin to ocean water's salt content.
Side effects of Premixed Saline Packets
Warnings and who should not take it
Warnings and precautions
- Warnings Do not use ■ if saline packet is open, torn, or expired.
- ■ with fully blocked nasal passages or during ear infection or blockage.
- ■ unfiltered tap water, unless it has been previously boiled for at least five minutes and then cooled to lukewarm or body temperature, as boiling sterilizes the water.
- Other choice are distilled, micro-filtered (through 0.2 micron), reverse osmosis filtered, or commercially bottled water.
- When using this product Wash hands before using Stop use and ask a doctor if discomfort or unrelieved symptoms occur.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Frequently asked questions
What is Premixed Saline Packets used for?
Uses Relieve Nasal Passages From: ■Nasal symptoms from sinusitis, cold, flu ■Nasal allergies, dryness and Hay fever ■Sneezing, runny nose, nasal stuffiness ■lPost nasal drip and nasal congestion ■Removes nasal irritants (dust, pollen, animal dander, smoke etc) ■Promotes nasal and sinus drainage l■Moisturizes dry nasal passages ■Helps reduce swelling of nasal membranes.
How should I take Premixed Saline Packets?
Directions Adults and children 4 years and over: use 1-2 packets per 8 fl oz (240ml) up to every 2 hours as needed Children under 4 years: Consult a physician Mixing one saline packet to 8 fl oz (240ml) of water creates an Isotonic saline solution (Hypertonic with 2 saline packets) that is PH balanced and preservative free. Isotonic solution 1 saline packet per 8 fl oz (240 ml) Hypertonic solution 2 saline packets per 8 fl oz (240 ml) An Isotonic solution has a gentle salt concentration of 9 mg of Sodium Chloride per ml of water, similar to your body's salt level. It can be more comfortable for some initially than a stronger Hypertonic solution. A Hypertonic solution has a higher salt concentration, akin to ocean water's salt content.
How should it be stored?
Other information Store in a cool and dry place.
Medicine information on IMCURE is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for diagnosis, prescription or medical advice. Always follow your doctor’s or pharmacist’s instructions. Real product image from the U.S. National Library of Medicine's DailyMed listing for Premixed Saline Packets (Sodium Chloride, Sodium Bicarbonate) Granule, For Solution. Packaging varies by brand and manufacturer.